2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3270 mm |
